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New Aero - Hem alterations

JeremyT

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Does anybody have experience reducing the hem on their leather jacket? I received a made to order Aero Half Belt (50s) about two weeks ago. Attached some pics below. Unfortunately I overlooked the hem measurement when ordering - chalk it up to be new in this space. When zipped up, there is quite a lot of flare at the bottom. Unzipped it is better, however you can tell it’s too wide for my waist. I can take better pics tomorrow
 

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Bennarion

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This model has this cut. Try tightening the belts on the waist. This should improve the situation.
 

JeremyT

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If it’s too much to make better, I may have to sell it
 

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l0fielectronic

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This is kind of the pattern of the 50s halfbelt, I had one and it fitted about the same.

I think if you are slim its not a great jacket if you want a fitted look. Surprised you didn't go for the 30's version.
 

JeremyT

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This is kind of the pattern of the 50s halfbelt, I had one and it fitted about the same.

I think if you are slim it’s not a great jacket if you want a fitted look. Surprised you didn't go for the 30's version.
Thanks for the input - i inquired about the premier and realized my arms wouldn’t fit (16.5 inch circumference). So I was worried about higher arm holes and slimmer fits. Good to know you had a similar fit
 

onstar

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Look into the 1930s half belt, it has a slim v silhouette. Only thing thing that would be an issue is if you have a muscular build (big shoulders and arms). The 1930 half belt would be too tight and might have to size up, which would defeat the purpose of it
 

AeroFan_07

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Looks a little too big.

Are you in North America? If so reaching out to Carrie at Thurston Brothers may be a good option to help get the fit dialed in, she is very good at this. See her related thread on here.
 

JeremyT

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Looks a little too big.

Are you in North America? If so reaching out to Carrie at Thurston Brothers may be a good option to help get the fit dialed in, she is very good at this. See her related thread on here.
Thanks! I’ve messaged her on this website, appreciate the advice
 

JeremyT

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Please keep us updated on her response? Some of us also have alterations in mind
She said that they are booked out 3 months for alterations. Hope that helps, not sure if you’d wait that long personally. I’m gonna look at other options myself. She was very nice and offered her opinion on my case, it was really helpful
 
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